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Team India captain Shubman Gill has hinted at playing an extra seamer in Ahmedabad’s first Test against West Indies, citing overcast conditions. He described the quick turnaround from the Asia Cup as a mental challenge and warned West Indies of “tough cricket.” Gill emphasized the importance of wickets offering opportunities for both batters and bowlers.

India's Test squad trained for the West Indies series just days after the Asia Cup, with player workload a key concern as three seniors rested. Captain Shubman Gill faced a tough net session, while others like Jaiswal and Padikkal looked fluent. The team's core is settled, with an extra batter slot being the main selection dilemma.

Nepal secured a historic Twenty20 series victory against the West Indies with a record-breaking 90-run win in Sharjah, marking their second consecutive triumph over a full ICC member. Powered by Aasif Sheikh and Sundeep Jora's career-best scores, Nepal posted 173-6 before dismissing the West Indies for just 83 runs, their lowest T20 total against an associate nation.

Shubman Gill will lead India's 15-member Test squad against the West Indies, with Ravindra Jadeja as vice-captain. Ajit Agarkar announced the squad, revealing Karun Nair's exclusion due to underwhelming performance in England. Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal received call-ups. Agarkar cited Padikkal's recent form and prior Test squad experience as factors.